Proactiv Solution : Acne Treatment System

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Renewing Cleanser Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%). Inactive Ingredients: Water (aqua), magnesium aluminum silicate, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, sorbitol, dimethyl isosorbide, disodium PEG-12 dimethicone sulfosuccinate, tridecyl stearate, neopentyl glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, polyethylene, cetyl esters, anthemis nobilis flower extract, sodium hyaluronate, sodium PCA, xanthan gum, tridecyl trimellitate, propylene glycol, Imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum). Revitalizing Toner Water (aqua), glycolic acid, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) extract, anthemis nobilis flower extract, rosa canina fruit extract, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, sodium PCA, panthenol, glycerin, propylene glycol, allantoin, polysorbate 20, hydroxyethylcellulose, sodium hydroxide, benzophenone-4, tetrasodium EDTA, imidazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum), blue 1 (CI 42090), yellow 5 (CI 19140). Repairing Treatment Active Ingredient: Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5%). Inactive Ingredients: Water (aqua), ethoxydiglycol, cyclotetrasiloxane, cyclopentasiloxane, cetearyl alcohol, propylene glycol, dimethicone, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, panthenol, allantoin, xanthan gum, ceteareth-20, carbomer, triethanolamine, diazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben, fragrance (parfum).

Items marked with red have tested a 3 or above (out of 5) in comedogenic (pore-clogging) testing.

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November 17, 2008

Pros:

The benzoyl peroxide parts worked ok, and I felt like my skin cleared up for alittle while.

Cons:

In the long run, I dont like or reccomend proactiv. I didnt have alot of whitehead type pimples, I get cyst ones and black heads. The proactiv didnt give enough for the amount you have to pay, and it did nothing for my cystic pimples.

In my case, my face was not covered in acne, I just got severe breakouts in concentrated spots, with extremely painful pimples. I had to go on antibiotics to work it from the inside out. I have however, had friends that had light breakouts use it and like it, but I think if you actually have acne problems, you should probably get medicines for it. And Ive read that toner is bad for your skin; it strips the oil that you need. But thats just what Ive heard.
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May 6, 2008

Pros:

Gets rid of most acne

Cons:

expensive, really harsh, dries skin out

i've been using proactiv for awhile now, and it cleared up all the little bumps on my forehead which no other cleanser could do. my skin isn't sensitive, but i started to peel the first few weeks i used this and because this is a scrub, it is more harsh. i still get occasional breakouts, maybe once or twice a month. it's pretty good, but definately not as good as the infomercial says (of course)
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April 24, 2008

Pros:

Results are noticed immedietley within a few days.

Cons:

You have to use it atleast twice a day for anyone who really has bad acne.

The first few months of using Proactive you really do notice a big difference. After about 4 months into using the product regularly it doesn't seem to work anymore. Acne seems to apear again, possibly not as bad as before, but it just doesn't seem to do anything anymore.
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October 28, 2007

Pros:

it works the first week or two

Cons:

it gives you pimples

I started using proactive solution because I saw it from my cousins which has blemish-free face so i figure maybe thats her secret. I ordered proactive and it worked the first weeks, but then I started to notice that it gives me new pimple every day, and its pissimg me off cause I never really had a pimple problem..just whiteheads and black heads.. now it gives me more pimples and more whiteheads.
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September 19, 2007

Pros:

The texture of the cleanser is great and it makes your skin feel so clean and smooth.

Cons:

PRICE. This stuff is nice, but its not worth the $60 or so for 4 oz bottles of cleanser and toner, and a 2 oz bottle of lotion.

Don't waste your money on the whole set, just go to a Proactiv kiosk in your local mall and buy the cleanser, which is about $20 (still ridiculously overpriced, but better than $50). Then go to Target and buy Neutrogena's Pore Refining Toner for about $4 and a Clean&Clear oil-free moisturizer for about another $5. I suggest the Dual Action Moisturizer, which contains salicylic acid, but Morning Burst Oil-Free works well too. Just make sure that whatever moisturizer you choose is oil free, otherwise you'll end up sabotaging yourself. Finally, buy Queen Helene Mint Julep Mask for $4 and use once or twice a week. I use these products and my skin is now great. I have large pores on my upper cheeks and nose and my skin is very oily and prone to breakouts, but this combination of products have done wonders for me. I now get only one or two zits a month around my period, as opposed to daily breakouts before I discovered this regimen.
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July 20, 2007

Pros:

It gets rid of small pimples and some scars

Cons:

The refining mask stinks and it dosnt get rid of everything

Its OK if you have minor acne but not severe or all over yor face acne. Also I'v been usuing it for awhile so thrust me.
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April 14, 2007

Pros:

Perfect skin just after 1 week use.

Cons:

Acne comes back when you stop using it, but atleast it shows that it works.

It works!
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December 8, 2006

Pros:

Definitely a positive difference.

Cons:

SMELLS AWFUL. I'm surprised no one else has mentioned the fact that the face mask consists of Sulfur. Yes, the same sulfur that smells like disgusting rotten eggs. I hate putting this stuff on my face.

Sigh. This product unfortunatley is not a problem solver. It will more than likely work for a short while, maybe longer if you are lucky. I doubt it CAUSES more problems like some people have reported- but you can always expect your pimples to surface as soon as you start a new product. I still think the few weeks of clear skin is worth it. I would definitely reccomend you at least TRY it. Remember, most people on this website leaving comments came here because they were upset. Most happy customers won't take the time of day to randomly log on to a review site and post something great about it. I am sure this product has helped thousands of people.
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November 25, 2006

Pros:

LISTEN TO ME! You can't tell from the reviews that it will work for you. You just got to try it yourself! Ive been using it off and on and its actually a pretty good product. It just seems like it takes time to work. But im going to stick with it!

Cons:

Theres not realy a store you can buy it at, has to be ordered online. Pretty pricy, but how much money have you spent on all the other acne medication? Why not just give Proactiv a shot?

Well it's pretty good! Basicly like I said you have to use it for yourself to see if it works. If you have realy dry skin, only use it before you go to sleep and just rinse it off with water whenever you take a shower. If you don't have dry skin you can probably use it twice a day. Use it sparingly tho, about a dime size amount of it all, maybe a quarter size amount of the toner, and let the toner dry for about five minutes, just relax with it on and do something relaxing! Remember not everything works but you just gotta try it out to see! I know the price is high for it but do you want alot of money or your acne to be gone? You might even want to just see a dermatoligest. But overall just try it from yourself. From all the other reviews your reading "ITS SOOO GOOD!" "IT SUCKS!"...Just try it for yourself :]
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October 26, 2006

Pros:

It got rid of my blackheads after two weeks

Cons:

It completely dried the skin around my nose so badly that it cracks and bleeds. I look like I have a terrible rash. My self confidence is now zero.

Do NOT use this product!
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